Help...question About Smoothing Using Melvira Method...

Decorating By WarEagle Updated 31 Aug 2007 , 12:47am by WarEagle

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WarEagle Posted 30 Aug 2007 , 9:23pm
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I love using this method using the dense foam roller...but I have a dumb question...do you smooth the sides or top first. I'm working on 2 wedding cakes now, and when I smooth the sides even gently, the icing gets pushed up and forms a ridge at the top...and when I try to smooth the ridge, you can still see where I tried to get it smooth. I've even tried using a piece of parchment paper on the cake when I roll it with the roller. Can someone tell me how to get my buttercream icing smooth like it looks professional? Thanks so much for any help you can give me!!!

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WarEagle Posted 30 Aug 2007 , 11:13pm
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Can anyone give me suggestions? Thanks!!

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ChefMama Posted 30 Aug 2007 , 11:17pm
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I have that problem too....I just work it and work it until it goes away.....
I would lov e to hear any ideas out there

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manders Posted 30 Aug 2007 , 11:23pm
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i have that problem also i usualy start at the top and move down. i roll the extra all the way down the cake and then go back over the sides. it usualy works for me .

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lorrieg Posted 30 Aug 2007 , 11:32pm
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I haven't tried that method yet and I'm anxious to try. icon_smile.gif

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WarEagle Posted 31 Aug 2007 , 12:47am
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Thanks, manders, I've got a cake crusting now, so I'll try that...

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